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HP 242501-001 Netelligent 10MB/s 10Base-T Network Adapter
- 10 Mbps Ethernet speed
- 10Base-T connectivity
- RJ-45 connector
- Netelligent series
- PCI bus interface (assumed)
- Suitable for legacy network environments
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Product Overview
The HP 242501-001 Netelligent is a 10 Mbps Ethernet network adapter. It provides connectivity for 10Base-T networks using an RJ-45 connector. This adapter is designed for older systems requiring basic Ethernet connectivity.
Technical Information
| SKU | 242501-001 |
| Brand | HP |
| Model Line | Netelligent |
| Speed | 10 Mbps |
Additional Specifications
| Network Standard | 10Base-T |
| Connector | RJ-45 |
| Interface | PCI (likely) |
Product Description
The HP 242501-001, part of the Netelligent series, is a legacy network adapter designed for 10 Mbps Ethernet connectivity. This network interface card (NIC) supports the 10Base-T standard, which utilizes twisted-pair cabling and an RJ-45 connector for network connections. It is intended for use in older computer systems that require basic Ethernet functionality for connecting to legacy networks or for simple network access. While the specific interface is not detailed in the title, adapters of this speed and era typically employed the PCI bus. This would allow it to be installed in desktop computers and servers equipped with available PCI slots. The 10 Mbps speed is significantly slower than modern Gigabit or 10 Gigabit Ethernet, but it was the standard for many years and remains sufficient for certain low-bandwidth applications or in environments where only legacy equipment is present. This adapter represents a foundational piece of networking hardware. Its primary purpose is to provide a reliable connection for systems that do not have integrated networking capabilities or require a dedicated network interface for specific tasks. The HP Netelligent line was known for its reliability in its time, and this card would have served as a workhorse for basic network connectivity in many business and home environments during the era of 10 Mbps Ethernet.
