LANTASTI.TXT Driver File Contents (Drv_LAN_VIA_8233_WXX_2.4.zip)

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*                  PCI 10/100Mb Fast Ethernet Adapter                       *
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*                       NDIS Driver for LANTASTIC                           *
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Introduction:
=============

  This document shows you how to install Lantastic NDIS driver
  and how to use the enhanced functions by setting the custom keywords.


Contents of the Subdirectory:
=============================

    LANTASTI.TXT        This file.
    FETND.DOS           The NDIS2 driver.
    PROTOCOL.INI        Sample protocol.ini file.



Installation:
=============

  Before starting with the installation process, make sure that the adapter
  is properly installed and configured. You can use the diagnostic program
  (A:\SETUP.EXE) to make sure your connection with the network is correct.

  Install procedure for Lantastic 6.0
  -----------------------------------

    1) Run Lantastic 6.0 install program and follow screen instructions.

    2) When the "Network Adapter Setup" appears, Select "Use NDIS driver for
       non-Artisoft adapter" and type "A:\LANTASTI" in the search path and
       select "Search" button.

    3) When the install program find FETND NDIS driver, select "OK" to continue.

    4) Follow the screen instructions to complete the installation.

    5) Restart the computer.

  Manual install for Lantastic 6.0/5.0
  ------------------------------------

    You can replace the NDIS driver by modify the following configuration files:

        Sample CONFIG.SYS
        -----------------

        DEVICE=C:\LANTASTI\PROTMAN.DOS /I:C:\LANTASTI
        DEVICE=C:\LANTASTI\FETND.DOS


        Sample STARTNET.BAT
        -------------------

        C:\LANTASTI\AI-NDIS BIND_TO=FETND_NIF
        C:\LANTASTI\AILANBIO


        Sample PROTOCOL.INI
        -------------------

        [PROTMAN]
           DRIVERNAME = PROTMAN$
           DYNAMIC = YES

        [FETND_NIF]
           DRIVERNAME = FETND$


Configuration Files:
====================

    You can change the configuration by modify PROTOCOL.INI file.

    File Name:          PROTOCOL.INI
    ----------
    Sample of configuration file:
    -----------------------------

        ...
        [FETND_NIF]
        DRIVERNAME=FETND$
      
        ...


    Custom Keywords:
    ----------------
        FULLDUPLEX                      This keyword is used to enable full
                                        duplex mode.

        SPEED                           This keyword is used to force the
                                        adapter at 10Mbps or 100Mbps speed.

        AUTO                            This keyword is used to force the
                                        chip at Auto-Negotiation mode.


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How To Update Drivers Manually

After your driver has been downloaded, follow these simple steps to install it.

  • Expand the archive file (if the download file is in zip or rar format).

  • If the expanded file has an .exe extension, double click it and follow the installation instructions.

  • Otherwise, open Device Manager by right-clicking the Start menu and selecting Device Manager.

  • Find the device and model you want to update in the device list.

  • Double-click on it to open the Properties dialog box.

  • From the Properties dialog box, select the Driver tab.

  • Click the Update Driver button, then follow the instructions.

Very important: You must reboot your system to ensure that any driver updates have taken effect.

For more help, visit our Driver Support section for step-by-step videos on how to install drivers for every file type.

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