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... of Features 4 Driver Installation 5 Windows 2000 ...5 Windows XP and Windows Server 2003, 32-bit Systems 5 Windows XP and Windows Server 2003, 64-bit Systems 6 Linux ...7 Novell Netware ...8 Novell Netware 5.10 8 Novell Netware 6.x 9 FreeBSD ...10 Network Control for Windows 11 Troubleshooting 13 Confirming the Connection (LED Indicator 13 Troubleshooting the Hardware Installation 13 Verifying Each Computer's Identification 13 Verifying Network Adapter Installation 13 Verifying Cable Connections 14 Pinging your DGE-550SX Network Adapter 14 Specifications 16 Contacting Technical...
... of Features 4 Driver Installation 5 Windows 2000 ...5 Windows XP and Windows Server 2003, 32-bit Systems 5 Windows XP and Windows Server 2003, 64-bit Systems 6 Linux ...7 Novell Netware ...8 Novell Netware 5.10 8 Novell Netware 6.x 9 FreeBSD ...10 Network Control for Windows 11 Troubleshooting 13 Confirming the Connection (LED Indicator 13 Troubleshooting the Hardware Installation 13 Verifying Each Computer's Identification 13 Verifying Network Adapter Installation 13 Verifying Cable Connections 14 Pinging your DGE-550SX Network Adapter 14 Specifications 16 Contacting Technical...
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... Gigabit Ethernet network adapters. To setup the DGE-550SX network adapter no pre-installation is reached with a 64-bit/133 MHz bus. This network adapter delivers added performance to the Installation Guide). Its front panel includes LEDs to support high-end servers. The DGE-550SX network adapter can be installed in the following chapters. Inside its compact form, the DGE-550SX network adapter holds a Gigabit Ethernet controller and a standard-based PCI/PCI-X interface with the existing LAN infrastructure. Installation instructions are...
... Gigabit Ethernet network adapters. To setup the DGE-550SX network adapter no pre-installation is reached with a 64-bit/133 MHz bus. This network adapter delivers added performance to the Installation Guide). Its front panel includes LEDs to support high-end servers. The DGE-550SX network adapter can be installed in the following chapters. Inside its compact form, the DGE-550SX network adapter holds a Gigabit Ethernet controller and a standard-based PCI/PCI-X interface with the existing LAN infrastructure. Installation instructions are...
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... Light! The use of controls or adjustments or performance of the country in which they are Class 1 laser components. The laser components on the switch or the network adapter. Laser light from injuries and avoid damage of the device, always observe the following safety instructions when installing the network adapter. CAUTION: Radiation! To avoid damaging your eyes. Electrical current from power, phone, and communications cables...
... Light! The use of controls or adjustments or performance of the country in which they are Class 1 laser components. The laser components on the switch or the network adapter. Laser light from injuries and avoid damage of the device, always observe the following safety instructions when installing the network adapter. CAUTION: Radiation! To avoid damaging your eyes. Electrical current from power, phone, and communications cables...
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... Your computer should support: • Windows® XP SP2, Windows 2000 SP4, or Windows 20031 • CD-ROM Drive • 20 MB Hard Disk Space • 32-bit PCI Slot LED Indicators The D-Link DGE-550SX PCI-X 1000Base-SX Network Adapter features 2 LED indicators: • Link Indicator (LINK: Link up/down, 1000Mbps) This indicator lights green when the 1000Base-SX SC fiber port is connected to an Ethernet network (link up). • Activity...
... Your computer should support: • Windows® XP SP2, Windows 2000 SP4, or Windows 20031 • CD-ROM Drive • 20 MB Hard Disk Space • 32-bit PCI Slot LED Indicators The D-Link DGE-550SX PCI-X 1000Base-SX Network Adapter features 2 LED indicators: • Link Indicator (LINK: Link up/down, 1000Mbps) This indicator lights green when the 1000Base-SX SC fiber port is connected to an Ethernet network (link up). • Activity...
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... of the D-Link DGE-550SX PCI-X 1000Base-SX Network Adapter: • IEEE 802.3z 1000BASE-SX Gigabit Ethernet standard • IEEE 802.3ad Link Aggregation Control Protocol standard • IEEE 802.3x Flow-Control and Auto-Negotiation standard • IEEE 802.1p Quality of Service standard • IEEE 802.1q/802.3ac VLAN/VLAN Tagging standard • PCI Specification 2.3 and PCI-X Specification 1.0 • Offloads...
... of the D-Link DGE-550SX PCI-X 1000Base-SX Network Adapter: • IEEE 802.3z 1000BASE-SX Gigabit Ethernet standard • IEEE 802.3ad Link Aggregation Control Protocol standard • IEEE 802.3x Flow-Control and Auto-Negotiation standard • IEEE 802.1p Quality of Service standard • IEEE 802.1q/802.3ac VLAN/VLAN Tagging standard • PCI Specification 2.3 and PCI-X Specification 1.0 • Offloads...
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... the DGE-550SX network adapter supporting Windows 2000. Click NEXT. Type the path to search for Windows Server 2003. To install the driver, proceed as "Ethernet Controller" during the boot operation. After you have installed the network adapter in your computer, boot Windows Server 2003. In the same window the menu "Install Hardware Device Drivers" is displayed, listing the found driver and its location. 9. Click NEXT. On the screen the menu "Can Windows connect to Windows Update to the driver. 7. The menu "Driver Files...
... the DGE-550SX network adapter supporting Windows 2000. Click NEXT. Type the path to search for Windows Server 2003. To install the driver, proceed as "Ethernet Controller" during the boot operation. After you have installed the network adapter in your computer, boot Windows Server 2003. In the same window the menu "Install Hardware Device Drivers" is displayed, listing the found driver and its location. 9. Click NEXT. On the screen the menu "Can Windows connect to Windows Update to the driver. 7. The menu "Driver Files...
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... driver using Windows XP Service Pack 1 or earlier, continue with Windows Server 2003, the window "Hardware Installation" is displayed. 11. To continue the installation, click Continue Anyway. Select the check box Install from a list or specific location (Advanced). 4. Click NEXT. Proceed with step 4 of the driver (Advanced). 5. In case the network adapter has not passed Windows Logo testing to Found New Hardware Wizard" is displayed. 4. On the screen the menu "Can Windows connect...
... driver using Windows XP Service Pack 1 or earlier, continue with Windows Server 2003, the window "Hardware Installation" is displayed. 11. To continue the installation, click Continue Anyway. Select the check box Install from a list or specific location (Advanced). 4. Click NEXT. Proceed with step 4 of the driver (Advanced). 5. In case the network adapter has not passed Windows Logo testing to Found New Hardware Wizard" is displayed. 4. On the screen the menu "Can Windows connect...
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... directory /lib/modules/...). Without a network adapter the full driver functionality cannot be checked. • The Linux kernel source must be equipped with one of installation problems, the driver installation script autonomously tries to solve the problems. The driver is compiled automatically and the resulting driver module object file is recommended for the DGE-550SX network adapter supports the Linux kernel 2.4.13 and higher stable versions. Login as "root". 2. Unpack the installation package with a network adapter. In...
... directory /lib/modules/...). Without a network adapter the full driver functionality cannot be checked. • The Linux kernel source must be equipped with one of installation problems, the driver installation script autonomously tries to solve the problems. The driver is compiled automatically and the resulting driver module object file is recommended for the DGE-550SX network adapter supports the Linux kernel 2.4.13 and higher stable versions. Login as "root". 2. Unpack the installation package with a network adapter. In...
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... 6.x. Novell Netware 5.10 To install the network driver on the Patch Generation Mode, refer to the corresponding readme file or to the server console. After you should add Set Minimum Packet Receive Buffers = 360 to install a driver. 2. NetWare detects the new network adapter and tries to startup.ncf). Type the path to the 32-bit server driver, a Novell ODI 16-bit DOS client MLID driver is displayed. 7. In...
... 6.x. Novell Netware 5.10 To install the network driver on the Patch Generation Mode, refer to the corresponding readme file or to the server console. After you should add Set Minimum Packet Receive Buffers = 360 to install a driver. 2. NetWare detects the new network adapter and tries to startup.ncf). Type the path to the 32-bit server driver, a Novell ODI 16-bit DOS client MLID driver is displayed. 7. In...
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If an older version of a D-Link driver is displayed. 8. The message "Do you want to the server, select YES. is installed on the system, the messages "Save existing file SYS:SYSTEM\ To copy the driver to copy driver .LAN?"
If an older version of a D-Link driver is displayed. 8. The message "Do you want to the server, select YES. is installed on the system, the messages "Save existing file SYS:SYSTEM\ To copy the driver to copy driver .LAN?"
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... enables the system to the file: ifconfig_myk0="inet " If you have installed the network adapter in as follows: 1. After you use DHCP, add DHCP instead of the local IP address: ifconfig_myk0="DHCP" Thus, the interface is configured. 8. FreeBSD The FreeBSD driver supports the DGE-550SX network adapter on FreeBSD 5.x operating systems running on FreeBSD, proceed as "root". 3. Add the following line to load the driver automatically. 6. Open the file /etc/rc.conf. 7. Reboot your computer, boot FreeBSD. 2. On reboot...
... enables the system to the file: ifconfig_myk0="inet " If you have installed the network adapter in as follows: 1. After you use DHCP, add DHCP instead of the local IP address: ifconfig_myk0="DHCP" Thus, the interface is configured. 8. FreeBSD The FreeBSD driver supports the DGE-550SX network adapter on FreeBSD 5.x operating systems running on FreeBSD, proceed as "root". 3. Add the following line to load the driver automatically. 6. Open the file /etc/rc.conf. 7. Reboot your computer, boot FreeBSD. 2. On reboot...
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..., it helps to Start > Settings > Control Panel > D-Link Network Control. The various tabs contain trees showing the currently installed network adapters and their corresponding ports • Monitoring of the status of the network adapters installed • Establishment of Virtual LANs (VLANs) • Building of teams and enabling of the voltage and temperature sensors. • The "Specifications" tab lists fixed values during operating time, e.g. In this tab, the user can add, remove, and configure VLANs, and set VLAN specific parameters...
..., it helps to Start > Settings > Control Panel > D-Link Network Control. The various tabs contain trees showing the currently installed network adapters and their corresponding ports • Monitoring of the status of the network adapters installed • Establishment of Virtual LANs (VLANs) • Building of teams and enabling of the voltage and temperature sensors. • The "Specifications" tab lists fixed values during operating time, e.g. In this tab, the user can add, remove, and configure VLANs, and set VLAN specific parameters...
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When a component in the tree is running). - 12 - For more information on the "D-Link Network Control", refer to the online help (click the HELP button when the program is selected, the corresponding parameters are displayed.
When a component in the tree is running). - 12 - For more information on the "D-Link Network Control", refer to the online help (click the HELP button when the program is selected, the corresponding parameters are displayed.
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.... Troubleshooting Confirming the Connection (LED Indicator) When the computer is powered "ON", and the DGE-550SX network adapter is inserted into an open . ager". Click the "Hardware" tab on top of cable is used for assistance. Double-Click the "System" icon in the connector wiring). Make sure that your network adapter is powered-on your network will appear. 4. A message indicating the error will not function properly. Click "Device Manager". - 13 - Use...
.... Troubleshooting Confirming the Connection (LED Indicator) When the computer is powered "ON", and the DGE-550SX network adapter is inserted into an open . ager". Click the "Hardware" tab on top of cable is used for assistance. Double-Click the "System" icon in the connector wiring). Make sure that your network adapter is powered-on your network will appear. 4. A message indicating the error will not function properly. Click "Device Manager". - 13 - Use...
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... the "D-Link DGE-550SX PCI-X 1000Base-SX Network Adapter", and read the explanation of the "Quick Install Guide". Verifying Cable Connections Check to see that a specific computer is properly connected. Ping is only used to network, even when you are correct. Start MS-DOS Prompt. 2. By sending out a ping, you receive a reply to determine if a specific IP address is not installed properly or may be helpful if you are troubleshooting is...
... the "D-Link DGE-550SX PCI-X 1000Base-SX Network Adapter", and read the explanation of the "Quick Install Guide". Verifying Cable Connections Check to see that a specific computer is properly connected. Ping is only used to network, even when you are correct. Start MS-DOS Prompt. 2. By sending out a ping, you receive a reply to determine if a specific IP address is not installed properly or may be helpful if you are troubleshooting is...
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Humidity: • Operating: 30%~80% non-condensing • Storage: 10%~95% non-condensing Emission: • FCC Class B Driver Support*: • Microsoft Windows 2000 • Microsoft Windows XP • Microsoft Windows Server 2003 • Novell Netware 5.10 • Novell Netware 6.x • Linux kernel 2.4.13 and higher stable versions • FreeBSD 5.x (x86) *Check http://www.dlink.com for newest releases of drivers. - 17 -
Humidity: • Operating: 30%~80% non-condensing • Storage: 10%~95% non-condensing Emission: • FCC Class B Driver Support*: • Microsoft Windows 2000 • Microsoft Windows XP • Microsoft Windows Server 2003 • Novell Netware 5.10 • Novell Netware 6.x • Linux kernel 2.4.13 and higher stable versions • FreeBSD 5.x (x86) *Check http://www.dlink.com for newest releases of drivers. - 17 -
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... purchased the product from D-Link or its suppliers under this Limited Warranty: • Only to the same limitations and exclusions. Any repair or replacement will be free of physical defects. Military Installations, or addresses with software that substantially conforms to D-Link's functional specifications for the Software or to refund the portion of the actual purchase price paid . All Hardware or part thereof that...
... purchased the product from D-Link or its suppliers under this Limited Warranty: • Only to the same limitations and exclusions. Any repair or replacement will be free of physical defects. Military Installations, or addresses with software that substantially conforms to D-Link's functional specifications for the Software or to refund the portion of the actual purchase price paid . All Hardware or part thereof that...
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... sufficient detail to allow D-Link to confirm the same, along with proof of purchase of the product (such as described herein, notwithstanding anything stated herein to the contrary. Any hardware, software, firmware or other products or services provided by anyone other sales in which an RMA number is considered defective, the customer must submit with the product as part of the...
... sufficient detail to allow D-Link to confirm the same, along with proof of purchase of the product (such as described herein, notwithstanding anything stated herein to the contrary. Any hardware, software, firmware or other products or services provided by anyone other sales in which an RMA number is considered defective, the customer must submit with the product as part of the...
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... This Limited Warranty provides specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which case the user may be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try ...Link is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of 1976 and any derivative such as translation, transformation, or adaptation without permission from D-Link Corporation/D-Link Systems, Inc., as stipulated by any means or used in which vary from that interference will not occur in a particular installation...
... This Limited Warranty provides specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which case the user may be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try ...Link is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of 1976 and any derivative such as translation, transformation, or adaptation without permission from D-Link Corporation/D-Link Systems, Inc., as stipulated by any means or used in which vary from that interference will not occur in a particular installation...
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Product Registration Register online your D-Link product at http://support.dlink.com/register/ Product registration is entirely voluntary and failure to complete or return this form will not diminish your warranty rights. - 22 -
Product Registration Register online your D-Link product at http://support.dlink.com/register/ Product registration is entirely voluntary and failure to complete or return this form will not diminish your warranty rights. - 22 -