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HP 28685B/TP Ethertwist 10Mb/s 10Base-T RJ-45 Connector AUI Transceiver Module
- 10Mb/s Ethernet speed
- 10Base-T standard
- RJ-45 connector type
- AUI (Attachment Unit Interface) connector for legacy systems
- Designed for connecting legacy devices to Ethernet
- Requires external power (typically via AUI port)
- Compact module form factor
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Product Overview
This HP Ethertwist transceiver module connects legacy network devices to modern Ethernet networks. It operates at 10Mb/s using the 10Base-T standard and features an RJ-45 connector for twisted-pair cabling.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Transceiver Module |
| Data Rate | 10Mb/s |
| Standard | 10Base-T |
| Connector (Network Side) | RJ-45 |
Additional Specifications
| Connector (Host Side) | AUI (Attachment Unit Interface) |
| Cable Type | Twisted Pair |
| Form Factor | Module |
| Brand | HP Ethertwist |
Product Description
The HP 28685B/TP Ethertwist transceiver module is a legacy networking component designed to bridge the gap between older network architectures and modern Ethernet. It operates at a speed of 10 Megabits per second (10Mb/s) according to the 10Base-T standard, allowing devices with an Attachment Unit Interface (AUI) port to connect to a standard twisted-pair Ethernet network. This module features an RJ-45 connector on one side for connecting to the Ethernet network cabling, and an AUI connector on the other side for interfacing with legacy network cards or hubs. The AUI interface was common in older networking equipment before the integration of transceivers directly onto network interface cards. The HP 28685B/TP is essential for environments that still need to support older equipment or for network engineers performing diagnostics on legacy systems. It facilitates the integration of 10Mbps devices into a broader Ethernet infrastructure, albeit at a significantly reduced speed compared to contemporary networking standards.
