16F0544 - IBM 16/4 Token Ring Card

SKU 16F0544

Brand IBM

Network Technology: Token Ring
Data Rates: 4 Mbps and 16 Mbps
Interface: PCI
Connector: RJ-45 (for UTP cabling)
Designed for IBM servers and workstations
Enables connection to legacy Token Ring networks
Provides reliable network access for compatible systems

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Key specifications

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Model: 16F0544
Network Type: Token Ring
Data Rate: 4/16 Mbps
Interface: PCI
Connector: RJ-45

Product details

The IBM 16F0544 is a 16/4 Token Ring Network Adapter Card. It provides connectivity to Token Ring networks, supporting data transfer rates of 4 Mbps and 16 Mbps.

Technical Information

Model	16F0544
Network Type	Token Ring
Data Rate	4/16 Mbps

Additional Specifications

Interface	PCI
Connector	RJ-45

Description

The IBM 16F0544 is a network interface card (NIC) that enables connectivity to Token Ring networks. This adapter card supports dual data rates, operating at both 4 Mbps and 16 Mbps, which were common speeds for Token Ring environments. It is designed to be installed in a PCI slot on compatible IBM servers and workstations. The card utilizes an RJ-45 connector, which is standard for Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) cabling, allowing for easy connection to existing Token Ring network infrastructure. The 16F0544 was a crucial component for organizations that relied on Token Ring technology for their local area networks, providing a reliable means of data communication. As a legacy networking component, the IBM 16F0544 is essential for maintaining or integrating with existing Token Ring networks. Its purpose is to facilitate data transmission and network access for systems that require this specific type of network interface, ensuring continued operation for environments that have not yet migrated to newer networking standards.

Condition: Refurbished