HP D315 Network Communications Guide -- Compaq D315 - Page 7

Network Communications Guide If necessary, you can disable the Auto-Negotiation capabilities and force the system to operate in one mode only. 1. Select the Network icon, located in the Control Panel. 2. Select the appropriate NIC in the list box and click Properties. 3. Change the Speed and Duplex values from Automatic/Auto Duplex to the appropriate values, depending on the capabilities of your network. 4. Exit the Network control application. You will be prompted to restart your computer for the changes to take effect. Refer to the documentation provided with the network controller for additional information. ✎ 100Base-TX operation requires the use of Category 5 UTP cable with an RJ-45 network connection. Installing Network Drivers The device drivers for the network controller enable the drivers to load correctly in the operating system used, allowing communication with the network. ✎ Device drivers are supplied for the Microsoft Windows 2000 and Windows XP operating systems, depending on the computer model. If you are using another operating system, device drivers may be installed from media included with the network operating system or are available from Compaq. If reinstallation of the operating system ever becomes necessary, use the Compaq Restore Plus! CD. Network Communications Guide 3