Compaq NetFlex-2 DualPort ENET, NetFlex-2 ENET-TR Controllers
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Solaris Device Driver: |
nfe |
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Device Type: |
Network (Ethernet and token ring) |
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Adapters: |
Compaq NetFlex-2 DualPort ENET, NetFlex-2 ENET-TR |
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Bus Type: |
EISA |
Preconfiguration Information
Supported Settings
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o IRQ Level: |
3, 5, 9, 10, 11 |
Both ports on the Compaq NetFlex-2 DualPort ENET card share the same IRQ.
Known Problems and Limitations
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Although the NetFlex-2 ENET-TR controller can be configured for Ethernet or token ring, Solaris software only supports the Ethernet functionality.
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Promiscuous mode is not supported by the firmware for this card.
Configuration Procedure
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Set the connector type; use DB-15 or 10BASE-T RJ-45 .
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Use the splitter cable (shipped with the DualPort ENET controller) with DB-15 connectors.
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If the DualPort ENET card is used to install the Solaris software over a network, connect the RJ-45 connector to the first network port (Port 1).
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The default setting (DB-9) on the NetFlex-2 ENET-TR needs to be changed.
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Compaq NetFlex-2 ENET-TR card only: Configure this card to use a 10-Mbps data rate, not the default (16 Mbps).
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