Ethernet Controllers
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Internal Ethernet controller
A variety of Ethernet controllers is integrated into almost all models starting with the introduction of the A, T and X series.
The Ethernet controller is located on either a MiniPCI card, Communications Daughter Card (CDC), or integrated on the systemboard.
3COM 10/100
MiniPCI cards featuring this chip:
Intel 10/100
Chipset: Various Intel Mobile Ethernet chips
Driver: e100
The 'e100' driver is the suggested driver, but 'eepro100' should also work.
CDC and MiniPCI cards featuring this chip:
- Ethernet Daughter Card (EDC)
- Intel 10/100 Ethernet Mini-PCI Adapter with 56K Modem
- Intel PRO/100 SP Mobile Combo Adapter
- Mini-PCI Ethernet card
- Xircom 10/100 EtherJet Mini PCI Adapter with 56K Modem
In addition, this chip is integrated into select systemboards of the following machines:
- R50, R50p
- T30
- T40, T41p
- X30, X31
Intel 10/100/1000
Driver: e1000
This chip is integrated into select systemboards of the following machines:
- R50, R50p
- T40, T40p, T41, T41p, T42, T42p
- X31, X32
- X40
Note: This chip support Auto-MDX, meaning you will never need a crossover ethernet cable.
Broadcom 10/100
Chipset: Broadcom BCM5901
Driver: tg3 or bcm5700
This chip is integrated into select systemboards of the following machines:
- G40, G41
- R40e
Broadcom 10/100/1000
Chipset: Broadcom BCM5751M
Driver: tg3 or bcm5700
This chip is integrated into select systemboards of the following machines:
- R52
- G41
- T43, T43p
- X41