DECpc AXP 150 and DEC 2000 Model 300 AXP DEC EtherWORKS EISA Ethernet Controller User Information

This manual provides comprehensive user information for installing, configuring, and troubleshooting the DEC EtherWORKS EISA Ethernet controller in DEC 2000 Model 300 AXP and DECpc AXP 150 systems. It is intended for both experienced and inexperienced users.

The document covers:

1. Installation: How to prepare for installation, select the correct Ethernet network type (ThinWire or 10BASE-T) by adjusting a shunting plug, physically install the controller, and connect the appropriate Ethernet cables to the system unit. It also includes steps for verifying the network connection through power-up self-tests.
2. Configuration: Instructions on configuring the controller using the EISA Configuration Utility (ECU), detailing various settings such as network interrupt, controller buffer, remote boot options, and network interface type, along with their default values.
3. Troubleshooting: A guide to identifying and resolving common problems encountered with the Ethernet controller, including network issues, power-up self-test failures, configuration conflicts, and interpreting the status indicated by the controller's LEDs.
4. Specifications: An appendix listing technical specifications for the Ethernet controller, including I/O address assignments, power requirements, operating environment, EISA identification, and 10BASE-T Ethernet port pin specifications.