Unable to Transfer Large Files with NICs Using DEC-chipset

ID: Q177667

The information in this article applies to:

Microsoft Windows NT Workstation version 4.0
Microsoft Windows NT Server version 4.0

SYMPTOMS

It has been observed in several cases that on very fast computers (for example, Digital Equipment AlphaServer 1000 5 /333 or AlphaServer 1000 5 /333), there are problems transferring larger files if network adapters with DEC-Chipset (for example, Digital Equipment DE435 PCI Ethernet Adapter or DE450-CA Etherworks Turbo) are used.

CAUSE

This is because of a large amount of collisions occurring during file transfers. In general, the problem is protocol independent but will most likely be observed in TCP/IP environments. The problem may also happen on Intel-based computers.

RESOLUTION

Download the most recent drivers V2.60 or higher, from Digital's Web site.

Additional query words: dec digital 21040 DE425 DE434 DE435 21041

Keywords :
Version : WinNT:4.0
Platform : winnt
Issue type : kbprb