A5783A - HP 1-Port 100Mb/S 4/16 RJ-45 Token Ring PCI Network Adapter
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- Supports Token Ring networking
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Key specifications
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- Network Adapter
- Interface Type
- PCI
- Port Type
- RJ-45
- Network Speed
- 100Mb/s
- Networking Technology
- Token Ring
- Manufacturer
- HP
Product details
The HP A5783A is a PCI Network Adapter featuring a single RJ-45 port for 100Mb/s Token Ring connectivity. This adapter allows for network communication over a Token Ring network infrastructure.
Specifications
- Product Type
- Network Adapter
- Interface Type
- PCI
- Port Type
- RJ-45
- Network Speed
- 100Mb/s
- Networking Technology
- Token Ring
- Manufacturer
- HP
Description
The HP A5783A is a specialized network adapter that connects to a computer's PCI slot and provides a single RJ-45 port. This adapter is designed for Token Ring network environments, operating at a speed of 100 Megabits per second (Mb/s). Token Ring was a popular networking technology, particularly in enterprise environments, before Ethernet became dominant. The RJ-45 connector is the standard physical interface for Ethernet cables, but in this context, it's used to connect to a Token Ring network. This adapter allows a workstation or server to participate in a Token Ring LAN. The 'token passing' mechanism inherent to Token Ring networks ensures that only one device can transmit data at a time, preventing collisions and providing predictable performance. The 100Mb/s speed indicates a higher performance tier within the Token Ring family. Given its specific technology (Token Ring) and interface (PCI), the HP A5783A is intended for use in older network infrastructures or specialized legacy systems. It is a hardware component that bridges the gap between a computer's internal bus and the physical network medium, enabling communication within a Token Ring topology.
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