Adaptec PCI Ethernet and Fast Ethernet Adapters User's Guide download pdf (Page 88)

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Fast Ethernet Network Interface Cards

Connection Types

Here are some of the possible connection type options given when

configuring NICs. The options vary depending on which operating

system the NIC is being configured on.

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Autodetect Default (Recommended)

Detects the cable type, optimal line speed, and duplexity for

the specific Adaptec PCI NIC model in use. This is the default

and recommended connection type.

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10 Mbps UTP/Half Duplex/ UTP_Link_Off

Forces the connection to 10 Mbps in Half Duplex mode.

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100 Mbps/Half Duplex

Forces the connection to 100 Mbps in Half Duplex mode.

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10 Mbps UTP/Full Duplex/ UTP_FDE

Forces the connection to 10 Mbps in Full Duplex mode.

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100 Mbps/Full Duplex

Forces the connection to 100 Mbps in Full Duplex mode.

Note:

Full Duplex requires connection to a switch or

other device supporting Full Duplex.

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THIN

Use this when connecting to the BNC port of a Combo NIC.

This is a 10 Mbps Half Duplex only connection.

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Adaptec PCI Ethernet and Fast Ethernet Adapters User's Guide Page 88