166479-001 - HP PCI 16/4 Network Card for ProLiant ML370 G1 Server
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- Designed for enterprise environments with Token Ring infrastructure
- Requires specific Token Ring cabling and network setup
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Key specifications
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- Network Interface Card
- Interface
- PCI Express (PCIe)
- Network Technology
- Token Ring
- Data Transfer Rate
- 4/16 Mbps
- Connector
- DB9
- Brand
- HP
Product details
The HP 166479-001 is an NC4621 16/4 Token Ring PCI Express Network Interface Card. It provides connectivity for legacy Token Ring networks.
Specifications
- Product Type
- Network Interface Card
- Interface
- PCI Express (PCIe)
- Network Technology
- Token Ring
- Data Transfer Rate
- 4/16 Mbps
- Connector
- DB9
- Brand
- HP
- Model
- NC4621
- Part Number
- 166479-001
Description
The HP 166479-001, identified as the NC4621, is a specialized network interface card (NIC) designed to connect computers to Token Ring networks. Token Ring was a popular local area networking technology, particularly in enterprise environments, before being largely superseded by Ethernet. This card supports both 16 Mbps and 4 Mbps speeds, offering flexibility depending on the network's configuration. It utilizes the PCI Express (PCIe) interface, which provides a faster and more efficient connection to the computer's motherboard compared to older PCI slots. The card features a DB9 connector, which is the standard physical interface for connecting Token Ring cables (like STP - Shielded Twisted Pair). Installation requires an available PCIe slot and the appropriate Token Ring cabling infrastructure. Given the widespread adoption of Ethernet and the decline of Token Ring, this card is primarily relevant for organizations that still maintain legacy Token Ring networks or are involved in migrating from such systems. It represents a piece of networking history, enabling continued operation or data recovery from older Token Ring environments.
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