Introduction, 1 see also, 2 compatibility – DSS Networks C5468 User Manual
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GigMAC-CPCI-3U Network Interface Cards
Gig-CPCI-3U Gigabit Ethernet Switches
Board and Driver Users Manual
DSS NETWORKS, INC. DocVersion: 1.2
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1. INTRODUCTION
The Gig-cPCI-3U and Gig-cPCI-3U Switch family of network adapter cards and
switches are high-performance, cost-effective solutions for adding Gigabit Ethernet
connectivity to any embedded or real-time network appliance or network access device
which has available slots in their 3U cPCI based systems.
The GigMAC-CPCI-3U and Gig-CPCI-3U-Switch family includes optimized, high-
performance driver support for VxWorks and Linux. Instructions for Linux driver
installation are included in this manual. In addition, a companion document titled
“VxWorks Users Manual and Integration Guide” is provided for technical assistance in
integrating and testing the driver in an embedded real-time VxWorks environment.
1.1 SEE ALSO
Please also see the following documents on our website at
www.dssnetworks.com
and
also included in the OEM developers kit CD:
Datasheets – please see product datasheets and other updated product information on
OEM developer CD and on website.
Release Notes -- where updated information is provided on new features, compatibility,
performance benchmarks, platform information and corrected problems.
VxWorks Users Manual and Integration Guide, DSS Document part no 131901.
Provides technical information on integrating and testing our controllers and drivers into
a VxWorks BSP and system board.
GIGFAQ.HTML – Also on website and included on OEM developer CD contains many
answers to commonly asked questions regarding Gigabit Ethernet and our products
including performance and system recommendations.
README.LINUX – Included on OEM developer CD contains latest driver installation
and usage instructions for Linux Operating System.
netPerformance.txt -- Included on OEM developer CD contains useful information on
tuning the VxWorks network protocol stack.
1.2 COMPATIBILITY
The GigMAC-cPCI-3U and Gig-3U CPCI Switch family is fully compliant with the
following standards: