MODELS
Compaq NC3131 Fast Ethernet Adapter 64 PCI Dual Base 10/100
338456-B21
With this Fast Ethernet Adapter and the optional upgrade modules, Compaq has the only industry-standard, flexible transition path from Ethernet to
Fast Ethernet to Bonded Fast Ethernet to Gigabit.
Optional Upgrade Modules for use with NC3134 or NC3131:
NC6133 1000 LX Upgrade Module
338456-B24
NC6132 1000 SX Upgrade Module
338456-B23
NC3135 Dual 10/100 Upgrade Module
138604-B21
NC3133 100 FX Upgrade Module
338456-B25
NC3132 Fast Ethernet Dual 10/100 Upgrade Module
338456-B22
Fast Ethernet Server Adapters:
NC3134 Fast Ethernet NIC 64 PCI Dual Base 10/100
138603-B21
NC3123 PCI, 10/100 WO
174830-B21
Gigabit Server Adapters:
NC7131 Gigabit Server Adapter PCI, 64/66, 10/100/1000-T
158575-B21
NC6136 Gigabit Server Adapter PCI, 64/66, 1000-SX
203539-B21
OVERVIEW
The NC3131 is a modular network adapter that provides a scalable transition path from Ethernet to Fast Ethernet to Bonded Fast Ethernet to Gigabit
network connections. The Compaq NC3131 Fast Ethernet Adapter includes two 10/100BASE-TX ports with optional upgrade modules for two additional
10/100BASE-TX ports, a single 100FX port or a Gigabit Ethernet port (SX or LX).
The NC3131 provides a cost-effective transition for server adapter upgrades. Its modular design enables additional fault-tolerant redundancy and the
ability to upgrade to higher network performance without having to replace the base adapter.
PERFORMANCE
64-bit Bus
Efficient data transfer between the network and PC is essential for high-performance and low CPU utilization. The NC3131 includes a 32/64-bit PCI
Universal Connector to work in either 32- or 64-bit bus slots.
Port Bonding
Transmit Load Balancing (TLB) and Switch-Assisted Load Balancing (FEC/GEC/802.3ad static-mode configuration only) are two port-bonding methods
supported by the NC3131. TLB provides both failover and balancing of transmit traffic across all adapters for increased performance. For even higher
performance, Switch-Assisted Load Balancing (SLB) provides port failover and balancing of both transmit and receive traffic across all adapters when
connected to a switch that supports this feature.
Bus-mastering
The NC3131 uses bus-mastering technology to maximize throughput and minimize CPU utilization.
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QuickSpecs
Compaq NC3131 Fast Ethernet NIC 64
PCI Dual Base 10/100
EASE OF USE
Plug and Play
Fully compliant with the 2.1 PCI specification, this adapter automatically configures its I/O address and interrupt (IRQ) settings for easy installation.
Common Driver Support
The NC3131 drivers can be used for all Compaq 10 or 100 Mbps NC series network adapters. No driver change is required when moving from 10 to 100
Mbps. Common drivers provide consistency, easy management and support, and save money and time.
Auto-negotiation
The NC3131 senses for 10 or 100 Mbps and half- or full-duplex and automatically configures to the highest common network connection speed between
the adapter and hub or switch port.
SECURITY/RELIABILITY
Network Fault Tolerance (NFT)
The Network Fault Tolerance feature of the NC3131 ensures that the server can always keep an active link. After installing a second, compatible adapter,
if the primary network connection fails, the second, backup adapter will automatically take over, retaining the network connection. The NC3131 can be
configured to tail over to any NC31xx, NC61xx, or NC71xx adapter by using the latest drivers.
PCI Hot Plug
The NC3131 includes PCI Hot Plug support that enables PCI network controllers to be replaced or added to a server without powering down the system.
This feature provides increased system availability and non-stop serviceability in business-critical computing environments.
N E T W O R K MA N A G E M E N T
Standards-based
The NC3131 supports the following Compaq Management tools and industry network management standards to work with a broad spectrum of software
utilities:
Compaq Insight ManagerTM
Compaq Insight Manager XE
SNMP
DMI 2.0
Web-Based Enterprise Management (WBEM)
Unattended Install
Server Integration
Compaq's SmartStartTM configuration utility includes setup support for the NC3131 so that the adapter can be configured as part of the SmartStart
configuration process. Compaq Insight Manager can recognize the NC3131 individually or in port bonded teams, and can collect and report SNMP
statistics on the adapter events. The Compaq Network Management System can also collect and report SNMP statistics on the NC3131.
Integrated Management Log (IML) support is provided by the NC3131 for critical event logging on Compaq servers.
Configuration Utilities
Each NC3131 ships with a suite of OS-tailored configuration utilities that allow the user to run initial diagnostics and configure adapter teams for Network
Fault Tolerance, Transmit Load Balancing, or Switch-Assisted Load Balancing (FEC/GEC/802.3ad static-mode configuration only) in the Windows 2000
and Windows NT operating systems.
Diagnostic LED Indicators
For each port, LEDs show link integrity, network speed, and network activity at a glance for easy troubleshooting.
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QuickSpecs
Compaq NC3131 Fast Ethernet NIC 64
PCI Dual Base 10/100
SPECIFICATIONS
General Specifications
Dual port 10/100BASE-TX base card
Both ports IEEE 802.3/802.3u 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX compatible
32-/64-bit PCI bus-master interface
Base card upgradable to additional two ports
of 10/100BASE-TX or Gigabit Ethernet SX/LX
EEPROM support for configuration and customization feature section
Single RJ-45 connector for each port
Cable support Cat. 3, 4, 5 UTP for 10 Mbps and Cat. 5 UTP for 100 Mbps
Support for IEEE 802.3u Auto-Negotiation
Full- or half-duplex capable at 10 or 100 Mbps on both ports
Power and Environmental Specifications
Operating
32 to 131F/0 to 55C
Temperature
10% to 90% (relative)
Humidity
Non-operating
85 to 185F/65 to 85C
Temperature
5% to 95% (relative)
Humidity
1050mA @ 5V maximum
Power requirement
FCC Class B
Emissions Standards
FCC Class B
CE Mark
Safety Compliant
Dimensions (LxW) 7.4 x 5 in/18.8 x 12.7 cm
Operating System Support
Windows 2000
Windows NT 4.0
Windows NT 3.51
Novell NetWare 5.x Server
Novell NetWare 4.x Server
Novell NetWare 3.x Server
SCO UnixWare 7.x
SCO OpenServer 5.x
SCO UnixWare 2.1
MMS-DOS Client for unattended install
OS/2 Warp Server
Kit Contents
NC3131 hardware
Loop back cable
CD-ROM: software and documentation
Quick Install card
Product warranty statement
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QuickSpecs
Compaq NC3131 Fast Ethernet NIC 64
PCI Dual Base 10/100
SPECIFICATIONS (continued)
Software Feature Support by
Operating System
NetWare 3.12, 3.2 Server
NetWare 4.11 Server
NetWare 5.0 Server
Windows NT 3.51
Windows NT 4.0
Open Server 5.x
Windows 2000
UnixWare v2.x
UnixWare 7.x
Linux 32-bit
FEATURE
TLB
SLB
NFT
* *
PCI Hot Plug
Configuration Utility
DMI 2.0
SNMP
Unattended Install
SmartStart
WBEM
Compaq Insight Manager
Compaq Insight Manager XE
IML
*Windows 2000: Hot Plug add/replace; Windows NT 4.0: Hot Plug replace only
Warranty
Maximum: The remaining warranty of the Compaq server product in which it is installed (to a maximum of a three-year limited warranty).
Minimum: One-year, on-site limited warranty.
Note: Certain restrictions and exclusions apply. In North America, call 1-800-OK-COMPAQ; outside of North America, please contact your customer
service center.
For additional information about Compaq and its products, refer to the Compaq web site at http://www.compaq.com.
For further information on Compaq networking products, contact Compaq Sales at 1-800-544-5255 or the Compaq Technical Support Center (post sales)
at 1-800-386-2172. For customer support and information about Compaq and its products, call 1-800-OK-COMPAQ.
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