Release Notes
1.0
Compaq Netelligent 10 and 10/100 Controllers
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Full duplex support
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Full duplex is an optional setting that can improve controller
performance.
To run the Netelligent 10 or 10/100 Controller at full duplex, you
need to be connected to a full duplex switch.
If your switch supports auto-negotiation, the Netelligent 10 or 10/100
controller and switch will negotiate to select the best mode. If
your switch does not support auto-negotiation, you need to
manually change to full duplex. Refer to the Installation
Guide or the "Duplex Support" README file for complete
instructions.
EMM386
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If using Microsoft's EMM386 memory manager, use EMM386
version 4.49 or later. This version is included with DOS
version 6.22 or is available from Microsoft.
Busmaster slots
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You must install the controller in a busmaster slot. If the
driver fails to load or diagnostics fail, try moving the
controller to a different slot. If you're not sure if your
slots are busmaster enabled, see your computer's
documentation.
PCI BIOS
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Make sure you're using the latest BIOS for your computer.
PCI shared interrupts
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The server and DOS ODI client drivers for the Netelligent
controllers support shared interrupts. However,
because there is no industry-standard way to support shared
interrupts, other controllers may support them differently, or
not at all. You may notice this when you install the
Netelligent 10 or 10/100 controller or when you install another
add-in PCI controller at a later date.
If you think you have another PCI controller that doesn't
support shared interrupts (for example, a SCSI controller),
contact its manufacturer for a shared interrupt driver. Or,
try running your computer's CMOS Setup program to assign a
different interrupt to the other controller.
Configuring your PCI BIOS
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Some computers allow you to configure various BIOS
parameters. If you have problems installing your controller,
run the BIOS setup program and, if possible, set these
parameters:
Interrupt type: level-triggered
PCI slots: enable
These should already be the default settings.
Compaq Prolinea* Deskpro* XL
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To work with the Netelligent 10 Controller, these
two Compaq computers need updated BIOS software. You can
download the necessary files from the Compaq website:
http://www.compaq.com
From the Compaq home page, navigate to the Downloadable
Files page. On this page, select the file that corresponds
to your Compaq computer model. Follow the instructions
provided by Compaq.
NetWare 3.11 Servers
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On NetWare 3.11 servers, the driver won't operate correctly
unless you modify the server's STARTUP.NCF to include:
SET MAXIMUM PHYSICAL RECEIVE PACKET SIZE = 1536 (or larger)
This specifies the size for preallocated server buffers. See
the NetWare 3.11 installation instructions for more details.
Use the drivers that come with this controller
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Use the drivers that come with this controller. If you
download an updated driver from one of Compaq's online
services in the future, make sure it is for the
Netelligent 10 and 10/100 Controllers. For the latest drivers
and operating system support, visit the Compaq website at
www.compaq.com/support.
SETUP
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Use SETUP.EXE utility on the Compaq Configuration and Drivers
disk to automatically install the DOS ODI driver, run
diagnostics, get help with installation problems, and to
view information and help files.
DMI v2.0 Support
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The Desktop Management Interface (DMI) is a utility for managing
DMI-compliant computer components, such as the Compaq Netelligent
10 and 10/100 PCI controllers. The installation files for DMI 2.0
instrumentation support are available at www.compaq.com/support.
Windows 95 Push Installation
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If you are a LAN administrator setting up server-based push installation
of Windows 95 as defined in Microsoft Windows 95 Resource Kit,
additional steps are required. Support files and readme information are
available at www.compaq.com/support.
Drivers for Other operating Systems
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Compaq continually adds and upgrades controller drivers. For a driver
not found on the shipping diskette, go to the Compaq website at
www.compaq.com/support.
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Download Driver Pack
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.