XIRCOM 10/100 NETWORK + 56K MODEM PC CARD Software Release 2.64.1 April 10, 2001 ================================================================ The driver software in this release works with the following Xircom products: Product Name Model Number ------------ ------------ 10/100 Network & 56K Modem PC Card XEM5600 DISCLAIMER ---------- THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT APPLIES TO XEM5600, UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED. Thank you for purchasing your Xircom 10/100 Network & 56K Modem PC Card (XEM5600). Xircom has done everything to ensure that our adapters are compatible with the widest range of notebook PCs possible. Xircom is equally committed to customer satisfaction and timely response to the needs and concerns of our customers. If you have compatibility issues related to your specific environment, or require additional information, please refer to your Xircom 10/100 Network & 56K Modem PC Card User's Guide. Remember to register your Xircom adapter to receive information about future software upgrades and new products. Xircom also offers products designed for use in corporate environments. The Xircom RealPort2, RealPort and CreditCard line of PC cards offer much greater compatibility and flexibility to fine tune settings for more complex enterprise networking. Additional features found in Xircom corporate products include optimized drivers for the following client and network operating systems: - Microsoft Windows 2000 - Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 - Microsoft Windows Me - Microsoft Windows 98 or 98 SE - Microsoft Windows 95 OSR2 Xircom's corporate line of products include RealPort2, Xircom's latest innovation in PC cards with integrated connectors. The unique design of RealPort2 PC cards allows you to mix and match single or multi-function cards to suit your specific needs for mobile access. RealPort2 modules include: - 10/100 Fast-Ethernet - 56K V.90 Global Access Modem - Wireless Data supporting GSM, DCS, PCS and PDC - ISDN for use worldwide - many more modules to come Other Xircom products include: - RealPort Integrated Type III PC Cards - CreditCard Type II PC Cards - PortStation USB Modular Desktop Port Expansion System - PortGear USB Adapters - Rex Personal Data Organizers - NetStation Conference Room Networking Information on all Xircom products may be found at www.xircom.com. CONTENTS ======== 1) XEM5600 Characteristics 2) What's New in the 2.64.1 Software Driver Release 3) Release Notes/Known Limitations 4) Card and Socket Services in Windows NT 4.0 5) Windows 2000 Installation Corrections 6) V.90 Configuration and Use Information - S109 Register 7) Creating a Disk Install 8) Machine Specific Notes 9) Xircom Technical Support 1) XEM5600 CHARACTERISTICS ======================= This release of the Xircom 10/100 Network & 56K Modem PC Card supports the following features: -XEM5600 provides Integrated Ethernet, modem and telephone pass-thru connectors. -Auto-negotiation of either 10Mbps or 100Mbps Ethernet networks with simultaneous modem connections. -Full suite of network driver support - Allows 10Mbps or 100Mbps connections across a wide range of operating systems and networks, including native 32-bit NDIS3 driver support for Windows 95 and Windows NT. -56K modem technology which allows access to information and e-mail on corporate networks, the Internet, and other online services at speeds up to 56Kbps over standard phone lines. K56 technology enables speeds up to 56Kbps when data is downloaded. Upstream data sent from the user travels at the standard V.34 rate. The modems at both ends of the connection must support 56K protocols (V.90/K56Flex) in order to achieve 56Kbps speeds. -Please see the Xircom Web site (http://www.xircom.com) for the latest modem software for your XEM5600. -SNMP network management agent - Allows portable PC's to be managed using SNMP-based network management software. -HotSwap support - Supports easy replacement of one card with another while power is on, as well as the ability to gracefully disconnect from the network. 2) WHAT'S NEW IN THE 2.64.1 SOFTWARE DRIVER RELEASE ============================================== -Improved language support within the help documentation. 3) RELEASE NOTES/KNOWN LIMITATIONS =============================== Please note that the 'Xircom Program Group' and related utilities are no longer created during installation. To install the 'Xircom Program Group' and related services, insert the Xircom CD-ROM, go to 'START','RUN' and type "D:\SETUP.EXE". Supported Environments ---------------------- The following driver types are included with this release: -NDIS3 Driver for Microsoft Windows NT (Ver. 3.51, 4.0), Windows 95, and Windows 98 (CEM56.SYS) -NDIS4 Driver for Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 and Windows 95 (OSR2), and Windows 98 (CEM56N4.SYS) -NDIS5 Driver for Windows 98 and Windows 2000 (CEM56N5.SYS) -NDIS3 Driver for Microsoft Windows NT (Ver. 4.0) and Softex or Phoenix Card and Socket Services (CEM56NT.SYS) -Modem test program (MDMTESTW.EXE) Features -------- The following features are available in this release: -Automatic NDIS Driver Selection This driver release now supports automatic NDIS version selection for installs under Windows 9x. NDIS switching is not supported in Windows NT 4.0. The NDIS4 driver will be installed by default by pointing to the root of the CD or of Disk 1 if diskettes are created. The NDIS3 driver may be installed by pointing to the \NDIS3 subdirectory. Known Limitations ----------------- -In order to achieve 56Kbps connects (V.90 or K56flex), there can be only one digital to analog conversion between the connecting modems. Also, the modems at both ends of the call must be 56K compatible to achieve 56K speeds; otherwise a standard V.34 connection (maximum 33.6Kpbs) will be negotiated. Current FCC regulations limit download speeds of the modem to 53Kbps. -Full-duplex Ethernet transmission is only supported on 10Mbps networks. This feature is only available when the Adapter is connected to switched full-duplex 10Mbps Ethernet hubs. -In order to connect to a 100Base-TX Ethernet network, Category 5 unshielded twisted pair (UTP) network cable terminating in a male RJ-45 connector must be connected to a 100Mbps hub or switch. Check with your LAN Administrator if you are not certain of your network speed and infrastructure. -Under OEM Service Release Version 2 of Win95 (OSR2), the multi-function parent device may be displayed under the Modem category in addition to the modem device. The modem device string is: "Modem of Xircom 10-100+56". The other device listed represents the parent multifunction device. -Using Windows NT 4.0 with Microsoft Service Pack 1 may cause some portable PCs to lock up on Shutdown or Restart. Updating to Microsoft Service Pack 3 or later resolves this issue. -When installing on some notebooks under Windows NT 4.0 with Microsoft Service Pack 4, a library procedure error associated with the GetPCMCIAConfig procedure may be encountered. If this occurs, it is advised to update to a later Service Pack version or return to Service Pack 3. -In Windows 95 or Windows 98, the XEM5600 may in some cases install the modem on COM5. Some applications may not be able to access the modem in such cases. If you encounter this situation, you should be able to correct it and move the modem to a conventional COM port location (COM1 through COM4) via one of the methods described below: Solution 1 If your computer contains an Infra-red serial port or a standard serial port that is not being used, disable this device in both the computer's system BIOS and in Windows via the Device Manager. Then reboot the computer. In many cases, Windows will then re-assign the modem to the resources that are now open (typically I/O address 02F8, COM2) and the situation will be corrected. Solution 2 If you are unable to disable such devices or Windows fails to re-assign the port used, try the following: 1. Go to the Device Manager. Locate the "Multifunction Parent" device entry for the XEM5600 (this may be located in either the Modems group or the Multifunction Adapters group). Double click this entry. 2. Click the Resources tab. Uncheck the box labeled "Use Automatic Settings". 3. Note the Basic Configuration number the adapter is assigned to (in most cases this will be 0000). Choose a different Basic Configuration number to assign the modem to the port desired according to the following scheme: Basic Configuration 0005 - I/O address 03E8, COM3 Basic Configuration 0006 - I/O address 02F8, COM2 Basic Configuration 0007 - I/O address 03F8, COM1 We have found the first choice (0005, 03E8, COM3) to be the best selection in most instances. 4. Once the new configuration is selected, click OK. A warning message will be displayed indicating you have made manual changes and asking if you wish to continue. Click Yes. After a few seconds, the modem will be assigned to the new settings and the problem should be corrected. -On some computers running Windows NT 4.0, if NT networking functionality has not already been installed, lockup and/or "blue screen" symptoms may be encountered when installing the XEM5600 adapter along with networking. This has been observed primarily on computers that support CardBus. The following workarounds for this situation have been found to be successful: Solution 1 Perform the installation of Windows NT networking WITHOUT the XEM5600 adapter in the computer. Assign resources that are appropriate for your computer. Once the installation process has completed, shut down the computer and insert the XEM5600 adapter in the computer and then reboot. Solution 2 When initially installing networking, choose the "MS Loopback Adapter" from the adapter list instead of installing the XEM5600 at this time. Once networking is installed, reboot the computer, remove the "MS Loopback Adapter" from the configuration, and install the XEM5600 according to the instructions in your User's Guide. Solution 3 In some cases, it is necessary to install the XEM5600 while installing networking for the purposes of joining a Domain. This is true in the case of an unattended installation to an NT domain server. In such cases, Xircom recommends obtaining an updated version of PCMCIA.SYS from Microsoft. At the time of this publication this file could be obtained via ftp at the following URL: ftp.microsoft.com/bussys/winnt/winnt-public/fixes/usa/nt40/ hotfixes-postSP3/pcm-fix/ You can also use the PCMCIA.SYS file from another computer that has Service Pack 3 or later installed. Rename the existing PCMCIA.SYS located in the \I386 directory. Copy the updated version to the \I386 directory. In a case in which Windows NT has already been installed but networking has not and the need exists to join a domain in this manner, overwrite the PCMCIA.SYS file that currently exists in the \%systemroot%\system32\drivers directory with the new one. You should then be able to install the XEM5600 while installing networking without difficulty. -PCMCIA adapters may feel hot to the touch after prolonged periods of normal use in some environments. This is normal and is not known to affect operation of the Xircom card, the host computer, or any other peripheral device. However, to avoid discomfort, use caution when removing the card from your computer after extended use (see your computer manual for removal procedures). Other Notes ----------- -Documentation regarding unattended installations of Windows NT 4.0 is no longer included in this release. Please download 'XIRCUNAT.EXE' from the utilities section on Xircom's web site at www.xircom.com for information concerning such procedures. 4) CARD AND SOCKET SERVICES IN WINDOWS NT 4.0 ========================================== With this release, full functionality with several types of Windows NT third-party Card and Socket Services software is now available. Supported packages include: Phoenix CardExecutive versions 2.18 and above Softex versions 2.18 and above SystemSoft CardWizard versions 4.0 and above The following items and instructions are pertinent when installing in these environments: -If Windows NT Service Pack 4 is installed, the file NDIS.SYS (located in the WINNT\SYSTEM32\DRIVERS directory) may need to be replaced with the NDIS.SYS file included with either Service Pack 3, or a later Service Pack should be used. This is known to be an issue with SystemSoft Card Wizard. -The Phoenix CardExecutive and Softex packages require the use of a special set of drivers for the Xircom adapter. These drivers are located in the \CEMNT subdirectory on the Xircom CD-ROM. The installation procedure for these drivers differs somewhat from the standard Windows NT installation procedure described in the Xircom help documents. To install the adapter with Phoenix CardExecutive or Softex, perform the following steps: Caution: Do not insert the Xircom CD-ROM until instructed to do so in step 3. 1. With Windows NT 4.0 running, connect cables and insert the Xircom 10/100 Network + 56K Modem PC Card into the PC Card slot. The "PCMCIA Card Not Configured" screen will appear. 2. On the "PCMCIA Card Not Configured" screen, select "Install the driver that was provided with the PC Card" and click OK. The "Path Not Found" screen will appear. 3. When the "Path Not Found" screen appears, insert the Xircom CD-ROM and type the path to the \CEMNT directory (for example, D:\CEMNT). Click OK. 4. The Xircom Ethernet 10/100+Modem 56 for Softex - Properties window will display default network and modem settings. Click Continue. 5. The "PCMCIA Configuration Complete" screen will appear. Click OK. Restart the computer by clicking Yes if prompted, or by clicking Start, Shut Down, Restart. 6. When Windows NT restarts, click Start, Settings, Control Panel, and double-click the Modems icon. 7. At the Install New Modem screen, the "Don't detect my modem" item should NOT be checked. Click Next. 8. Windows NT will detect the Xircom modem as a Standard Modem. Click Change. 9. On the screen showing Manufacturers and Models, click Have disk. 10. On the "Install from Disk" screen, type the path to the \CEMNT directory on the Xircom CD-ROM (for example, D:\CEMNT) and click OK. 11. On the Install New Modem screen, verify that "Modem of Xircom 10-100+56" is selected, then click OK. 12. On the Install New Modem screen verifying the selection, click Next, and on the following screen, click Finish. 13. On the Modems Properties screen, click Dialing Properties to set up dialing properties (not necessary if a modem has been previously installed), then click Close. 14. Use Start/Run to run SETUP.EXE from the Xircom CD-ROM. Xircom utilities and online documentation will be copied to your hard drive and installed under Start/Programs/Xircom Utilities. 15. Restart the computer by clicking Yes if prompted, or by clicking Start, Shut Down, Restart. After Windows reloads, Xircom CountrySelect software will launch. Select the country from which you are calling, or select "United States or Canada" (default) and click Save. 5) WINDOWS 2000 INSTALLATION CORRECTIONS ===================================== Under Windows 2000 the Xircom 10/100 Network + 56K Modem may install as a Standard PCMCIA Card Modem if the installation instructions are not followed. To correct these types of installations, please perform the following steps: From CD-ROM drive, run S.Exe and install Xircom Software and Tools, or if from floppy disk, run Setup.exe from Disk2. Choose defaults unless your drive is partitioned and the drive letter needs to be changed. You will be prompted to restart your machine. While the machine is restarting, the Found New Hardware Wizard should appear, finding the Multifunction, Modem and Network Devices. The Xircom Modem Test and Registration may appear, these utilities should be cancelled until your Xircom adapter finishes installing properely. Should the Found New Hardware Wizard not appear, simply remove and reinsert your Xircom 10/100 Network + 56K Modem with Windows 2000 running. The Found New Hardware Wizard should then start. 6) V.90 CONFIGURATION AND USE INFORMATION - S109 REGISTER ====================================================== Current released firmware for Xircom 56K modem products now includes support for the V.90 56K modem standard. This firmware is designed to initially attempt to make a V.90 connection, and then fall back to K56flex if the host being dialed does not support V.90. However, the host being dialed must support V.90 autodetect in order for a V.90 connection to be initiated by default. At this point in time some V.90 hosts do not yet support autodetect. In such cases it will be necessary to issue an ATS109=2 command to the modem in order to force a V.90 connection. Please note that if this command is used and a V.90 connection is not achieved the modem will fall back directly to V.34. When S109=2,fallback from V.90 to K56Flex is disabled. To set this value back to the default, issue an ATS109=1 command. In summary, the values of this register and the resultant behavior are: S109=1 (default) - Negotiates initially at V.90 if host supports V.90 autodetect. If host does not support V.90 autodetect or does not support V.90 at all, will negotiate back to K56flex. S109=2 - Forces V.90 for PCM connects. If host does not support V.90, falls directly back to V.34. Changing the value of the S109 register can be implemented via the following means: -When using a terminal emulator program, enter ATS109=n (where n is the value desired). -To implement with Windows 95/98/NT dial up networking, go to Control Panel\Modems. Highlight the Xircom modem and click Properties. Click Connection\Advanced. Enter S109=n (where n is the value desired) in the Extra Settings box. 7) CREATING A DISK INSTALL ======================= If you need a diskette version of the software for installation on a system without a CD-ROM, the CD-ROM includes three directories DISK1 and DISK2 which contain files that can be copied to diskettes. This can be done manually or by running MAKEDISK.BAT. DISK1 and DISK2 include the files necessary for Windows 95, 98 and NT 4.0. (NDIS3 drivers only). 8) MACHINE SPECIFIC NOTES ====================== ThinkPad 760ED -------------- -Xircom recommends disabling the IR port and built-in modem, then using interrupt 9. ThinkPad utilities that aid in configuring the 760ED are available from IBM's web site. ThinkPad 760XD -------------- -Xircom recommends disabling the IR and Serial ports, then using COM1 for the Xircom modem and interrupt 9. IBM's internal MWave modem should be placed at COM2. Toshiba Portege 660CDT ---------------------- -In Windows 9.x, all Xircom references under CardWork in the Registry and all Tranxit references in the SYSTEM.INI must be removed for proper installation using the CEM56.SYS. -Card and Socket Services (CS/SS) must also be removed from the CONFIG.SYS. Panasonic CF-62 --------------- -When using CEM56.SYS under NT 4.0, the driver fails to initialize. NEC 2400 -------- -When using CEM56.SYS under Windows 95 or NT 4.0, the Plug & Play setting in the BIOS must be set to: NO. Sharp 9020 ---------- -When using CEM56.SYS under Windows 95, remark out the Tranxit references in the SYSTEM.INI. Also, remove the SXIRC027.INF and NETXIR.INF from the \windows\system\inf directory. 9) XIRCOM TECHNICAL SUPPORT ======================= To obtain customer support for your Xircom product, please call or send a facsimile to the appropriate number listed below. XIRCOM CORPORATE North and South America ------------------------------------------- Xircom, Inc. 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