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Enterasys TRFOT-2 Token Ring Copper to Fibre Optic 100m AUI Transceiver Module
- Token Ring network support
- Copper to Fibre Optic conversion
- 100m transmission distance
- AUI (Attachment Unit Interface) connector
- Facilitates network media conversion
- Extends Token Ring network reach
- Designed for specific legacy network environments
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Product Overview
The Enterasys TRFOT-2 is a specialized transceiver module designed to bridge Token Ring networks between copper and fiber optic media. It supports a 100-meter transmission distance and utilizes an AUI interface.
Technical Information
| Network Type | Token Ring |
| Function | Copper to Fibre Optic Media Converter |
| Maximum Distance | 100 meters |
Additional Specifications
| Interface | AUI (Attachment Unit Interface) |
| Output | Fiber Optic (specific connector type not detailed) |
Product Description
The TRFOT-2 module is a unique solution for environments still utilizing Token Ring networking technology that need to extend their reach or connect to fiber optic infrastructure. It acts as a media converter, translating signals between the copper-based Token Ring interface and optical signals suitable for fiber optic transmission. This module connects to the network via the Attachment Unit Interface (AUI), a standard connector used in older Ethernet and Token Ring implementations for connecting network interface cards to external transceivers. The TRFOT-2 then outputs the signal onto fiber optic cable, allowing for transmission up to 100 meters, which is significantly longer than typical copper cabling limitations for Token Ring. Its primary purpose is to enable the integration of Token Ring segments over fiber, providing enhanced distance capabilities and improved noise immunity compared to copper. This was particularly useful in large facilities or industrial settings where extending the network reliably was a challenge.
