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Windows XP Driver Installation
This chapter explains the following tasks on a computer running Windows XP:
• Install the network driver and NIC software using the 3Com Installation CD.
• Verify the network driver installation.
To obtain the latest version of a driver, go to:
http://www.3com.com/
Search for “3CR990B” and “drivers.” The network driver can be used in both Microsoft
and NetWare network environments.
Installing the Network Driver
To install the driver:
1 Make sure that the NIC is installed in the computer, as described in “Installing and
Connecting the NIC” on page 3.
2 Turn on the power to the computer.
3 Insert the 3Com Installation CD in the CD-ROM drive.
The 3Com Installation CD main menu appears.
4 Click NIC Software.
5 Click NIC Drivers and Diagnostics.
6 Click Install NIC Driver.
7 Select the type of installation:
• Install with Diagnostic Program—installs the driver as well as the 3Com NIC
Diagnostics Program for Windows. See “Using the 3Com NIC Diagnostics
Program” on page 47 for more information.
• Install without Diagnostic Program—installs the driver only.
The driver installation begins.
8 Click OK when the 3Com NIC Driver Update Kit dialog box appears.
The driver is installed.
Verifying the Network Driver Installation
To verify successful NIC installation:
1 Open the Windows Start menu, and then select Control Panel.
2 Double click Network Connections.
3 Check connections in the LAN or High-Speed Internet window.
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