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3Com 0231A52S 1-Ports Fractional T1 Smart Interface Card
- Features 1 x Fractional T1 interface.
- Supports T1 line connectivity.
- Allows for flexible bandwidth allocation (DS0 channels).
- Smart Interface Card for network integration.
- Designed for WAN connectivity.
- Enables access to telecommunications networks.
- Suitable for voice and data transmission over T1 lines.
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Product Overview
The 3Com 0231A52S is a 1-Port Fractional T1 Smart Interface Card. It provides connectivity for T1 lines, allowing for flexible bandwidth allocation.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Smart Interface Card |
| Brand | 3Com |
| Model | 0231A52S |
| Interface | Fractional T1 |
Additional Specifications
| Number of Ports | 1 |
| Line Type | T1 |
| Functionality | WAN Connectivity, Bandwidth Allocation |
Product Description
The 3Com 0231A52S is a 1-Port Fractional T1 Smart Interface Card, designed to provide Wide Area Network (WAN) connectivity for routers and other networking devices. A T1 line offers a digital transmission path capable of carrying 24 digital voice channels (DS0s) or data streams, totaling approximately 1.544 Mbps. Fractional T1 capability allows users to lease and utilize only a portion of these 24 channels, providing a more cost-effective solution for businesses that do not require the full bandwidth of a dedicated T1 line. This smart interface card enables devices to connect to the public switched telephone network (PSTN) or private leased lines using the T1 standard. It is crucial for establishing reliable data links between geographically dispersed locations, supporting applications such as VPNs, dedicated internet access, and voice trunking. The 'Smart' designation implies that the card likely includes processing capabilities to manage the T1 interface efficiently, potentially offloading tasks from the main CPU of the host device. The 0231A52S card is essential for businesses that need flexible and scalable WAN connectivity. By allowing for fractional T1 usage, it provides a granular approach to bandwidth provisioning, enabling organizations to pay only for the capacity they need while having the option to scale up as their requirements grow. This makes it a versatile component for branch office connectivity, remote access, and other WAN-dependent operations.
