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HPE J2165-61002 IEEE 802.5 Token Ring Card for Workstation B132L
- IEEE 802.5 Token Ring standard compliance
- Designed for workstation connectivity
- Provides a reliable and deterministic network access method
- Facilitates integration into existing Token Ring infrastructure
- Ensures data integrity through token passing
- Suitable for environments requiring stable network performance
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Product Overview
The HPE J2165-61002 is a Token Ring network interface card designed for workstations. It facilitates connectivity to Token Ring networks, a legacy networking technology known for its token-passing access method.
Technical Information
| Network Standard | IEEE 802.5 Token Ring |
| Interface Type | Token Ring Card |
Additional Specifications
| Compatibility | Workstation B132L |
Product Description
The HPE J2165-61002 represents a specialized network interface card (NIC) engineered to bridge workstations into the realm of Token Ring networking. Token Ring, governed by the IEEE 802.5 standard, employs a unique token-passing mechanism to manage network access, ensuring that only one device can transmit data at a time. This deterministic approach minimizes collisions and provides a predictable level of performance, which was highly valued in certain enterprise environments for its reliability. This particular card is tailored for integration with specific workstation models, indicated by its compatibility with the 'Workstation B132L'. Its primary function is to translate the workstation's internal data streams into the format required for Token Ring transmission and vice versa. This allows businesses to leverage their existing Token Ring infrastructure while still utilizing modern workstations, extending the lifespan of their networking investments. By providing a dedicated hardware solution for Token Ring connectivity, the J2165-61002 ensures efficient data flow and adherence to the protocol's specifications. It is a testament to the era of specialized networking hardware, where specific standards demanded purpose-built solutions for optimal performance and interoperability within their respective ecosystems.