Installation Guide for 10BT/100TX NightDIRECTOR/100

Name: Installation Guide for 10BT/100TX NightDIRECTOR/100
Brand: HP
Availability: InStock

Brand: HP

Category: Networking

Document Type: Installation Guide

Language: EN

Available Languages: EN , ES

Uploaded: Nov. 21, 2025, 8:28 p.m.

Manual Publish Date: 1997-10-13

Warranty Information

This HP accessory is covered by a limited one-year hardware warranty from the date of end-user purchase.

Installation Steps: The installation process involves pre-installation, physically installing the HP LAN card, updating BIOS settings, and post-installation procedures.
Pre-installation: Run the HP LAN setup program and reboot the PC.
Physical Installation: Install the card in a free PCI slot.
BIOS Configuration: Update LAN-specific fields in the HP PC Setup utility to enable the card.
Post-installation: Restart the PC to allow the operating system to install drivers.
Network Connection: Connect the network cable to the RJ-45 connector.
Features: Supports 10 Mbits/s and 100 Mbits/s operation, Remote Wake Up (RWU), and Remote Power On (RPO) via Magic Packet.

Problem	Solution
The HP LAN card does not work	Check installation requirements. Verify pre-installation, card installation, LAN-specific fields in HP PC Setup, and post-installation steps. Inspect network cables for secure connections and damage. Confirm network activity with the administrator; check the LAN card's rear panel light. Ensure the PCI slot is enabled in HP PC Setup (Advanced→PCI Configuration). Check that the external start connector cable is connected to the HP LAN card and system board. Verify LAN-specific fields in HP PC Setup are correctly set.
The PC cannot be started or woken up from the network	Verify the external start connector cable is connected to the HP LAN card and the PC's system board. Check that the network-specific fields in the HP PC Setup utility are set correctly.