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2.20 Ethernet configuration
The PCM-9372 is equipped with a high performance 32-bit PCI-bus
Ethernet interface which is fully compliant with IEEE 802.3U 10/
100Mbps CSMA/CD standards. It is supported by all major network
operating systems.
The medium type can be configured via the RSET8139.EXE program
included on the utility disk. (See Chapter 3 for detailed information.)
2.20.1 100Base-T connector (CN15)
100Base-T connections are made via the on-board RJ-45 connector
2.20.2 Network boot
The Network Boot feature can be utilized by incorporating the Boot
ROM image files for the appropriate network operating system. The Boot
ROM BIOS files are included in the system BIOS, which is on the utility
CD disc.
2.21 Watchdog timer configuration
An on-board watchdog timer reduces the chance of disruptions which
EMP (electro-magnetic pulse) interference can cause. This is an invalu-
able protective device for standalone or unmanned applications. Setup
involves one jumper and running the control software (refer to Appendix
A).
2.21.1 Watchdog timer action (JP1)
When the watchdog timer activates (CPU processing has come to a halt),
it can reset the system or generate an interrupt on IRQ11. This can be set
via setting JP1 as shown below:
Table 2.4: JP1 Watchdog timer action
Pins System reset* IRQ11
7-8 closed open
9-10 open closed