CARDBUS FAST-ETHERNET CARD 10-100MB - Network card VIVANCO - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	CardBus 32-bit network card
Brand	Vivanco
Model	CARDBUS FAST-ETHERNET CARD 10-100MB
Network standards	IEEE 802.3 10BASE-T, IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX
Data rate	10/100 Mbps (auto-negotiation), up to 200 Mbps in full duplex
Protocol	CSMA/CD
Host interface	CardBus 32 bits (PCMCIA Type II)
Network connector	RJ-45 female
Supported cables	10BASE-T: UTP Cat. 3,4,5 (2 pairs); 100BASE-TX: UTP Cat. 5 (2 pairs)
LED indicators	1 LED 10M (solid green), 1 LED 100M (solid green/blinking)
Power supply	Powered by CardBus bus (3.3 V)
Power consumption	Less than 1 W
Dimensions (L x W x H)	85 x 54 x 5 mm (standard CardBus Type II)
Weight	Approximately 30 g
Operating temperature	0°C to 50°C
Storage temperature	-10°C to 70°C
Operating humidity	10% to 90% (non-condensing)
Storage humidity	5% to 90% (non-condensing)
Certifications	FCC Class B, CE, VCCI-B
Supported operating systems	Windows 98/ME/2000/XP (drivers included)
Installation	Plug and Play, insert into CardBus slot, automatic drivers
Maintenance	Clean with a soft dry cloth. Do not use solvents.
Safety precautions	Avoid shocks, excessive humidity, and extreme temperatures.
Spare parts and repairability	Parts not available separately. In case of failure, replace the card.

Frequently Asked Questions - CARDBUS FAST-ETHERNET CARD 10-100MB VIVANCO

Which operating systems are compatible with this network card?

The card is compatible with Windows 98/ME/2000/XP. Drivers are usually detected automatically. For other systems, check driver availability on the Vivanco website.

How do I install the card in my laptop?

Insert the card into a free CardBus Type II slot, LEDs facing up. Push all the way in. Windows will detect the new hardware and install the drivers automatically.

What do the LEDs on the card mean?

The 10M LED lights solid green when a 10 Mbps connection is established. The 100M LED lights solid green for a 100 Mbps connection and blinks during network activity.

Can I use this card with a 10 Mbps only network?

Yes, the card is backward compatible with 10BASE-T networks. It automatically negotiates the highest available speed.

The card is not recognized by Windows, what should I do?

Make sure the card is properly inserted. Try removing and reinserting it. If the problem persists, download the drivers from the Vivanco website or use the provided installation CD.

What type of network cable should I use?

For 10BASE-T, use a UTP Category 3, 4, or 5 cable (2 pairs). For 100BASE-TX, use a UTP Category 5 cable (2 pairs). A standard straight-through cable is sufficient.

The 100M LED does not light up, why?

This means the connection is established at 10 Mbps or there is no link. Check that the cable is properly connected and that the network device (switch, router) supports 100BASE-TX.

Can I hot-remove the card?

Yes, CardBus cards support hot removal. Use the 'Safely Remove Hardware' feature in Windows before extracting it.

What is the power consumption of the card?

The card is powered by the CardBus bus and consumes less than 1 watt, which is negligible for your laptop's battery life.

Where can I find drivers for Windows 10?

Since this card is old, it is not officially supported under Windows 10. You can try Windows XP drivers in compatibility mode, but it may not work. Check the Vivanco website for possible updates.

USER MANUAL CARDBUS FAST-ETHERNET CARD 10-100MB VIVANCO

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Instructions for use

Bedienungsanleitung

Notice d'emploi

Thank you for purchasing the Vivanco 10/100 Fast Ethernet Cardbus Adapter. This Fast Ethernet Adapter allows to connect your notebook to a wired 10 or 100 Mbps network.

This card is equipped with 2 LEDs indicating the Link/Activity status in 10Mbps or 100Mbps environment.

• 10M LED: This indicator lights green when the RJ-45 port is connected to a 10Mbps Ethernet network. A flashing green LED indicates that the adapter is sending or receiving data.
• 100M LED: This indicator lights green when the RJ-45 port is connected to a 100Mbps Fast Ethernet network. A flashing green LED indicates that the adapter is sending or receiving data.

	General
Standards	IEEE 802.3 10BASE-T Ethernet IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet ANSI/IEEE NWay Auto-Negotiation 32-bit CardBus PC Card
Protocol	CSMA/CD
Data Transfer Rate	Ethernet: 10Mbps (half-duplex) 20Mbps(full-duplex) Fast Ethernet: 100Mbps (half-duplex) 200Mbps (full-duplex)
Network Cables	10BASE-T: 2-pair UTP Cat. 3,4,5 EIA/TIA- 568 100-ohm STP 100BASE-TX: 2-pair UTP Cat. 5 EIA/TIA- 568 100-ohm STP
	Physical and Environmental
Temperature	Operating: 0° ~ 50°C, Storage: -10° ~ 70°C
Humidity	Operating: 10% ~ 90%, Storage: 5% ~ 90%
EMI:	FCC Class B, CE Mark B, VCCI-B

Hardware Installation

This section describes how to install your Vivanco 10/100 Fast Ethernet Cardbus Adapter. Please perform the following steps to install the card.

Card insertion

1. Find/select an available Type II or Type III 32-bit PC Card slot on your notebook's side or rear panel.

2. Hold the PC Card with the LED indicator facing up and insert into the PC Card slot.

3. Slide the PC Card all the way into the PC Card slot until it reaches a firm stop.

Connect to the Network

Simply plug one end of the cable (RJ-45 connector) into an available hub/switch port, and plug the other end (RJ-45 connector) into the RJ-45 port of the Vivanco 10/100 Fast Ethernet Cardbus Adapter.

Card Removal

Use the computer's PC Card Eject mechanism to remove the Fast Ethernet Cardbus Adapter from the computer's PC Card slot. The Fast Ethernet Cardbus Adapter will then protrude from the PC Card slot and you can easily remove it by gripping and withdrawing it from the PC Card receptacle.

Installation of the driver

Windows® ME/2000/XP/Server 2003/Vista

Windows will automatically install the drivers for Vivanco Fast Ethernet Card.

Einleitung

Hardwareinstallation

Hardware installation