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IBM 16F1133 16/4 TOKEN RING Adapter MCA 16F1133
- 16/4 Mbps Token Ring network speed
- Designed for IBM Micro Channel Architecture (MCA) bus
- Provides Token Ring network connectivity
- Features a DB9S connector for network cable attachment
- Legacy networking solution for older IBM systems
- Supports Token Ring protocol standards
- Requires specific Token Ring cabling (e.g., UTP or STP)
- Used in environments where Token Ring was prevalent
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Product Overview
The IBM 16F1133 is a 16/4 Mbps Token Ring Network Adapter designed for older IBM MCA (Micro Channel Architecture) systems. It provides network connectivity using the Token Ring protocol, commonly found in legacy enterprise environments.
Technical Information
| Part Number | 16F1133 |
| Technology | Token Ring |
| Speed | 16/4 Mbps |
| Interface | MCA (Micro Channel Architecture) |
Additional Specifications
| Connector | DB9S |
| Manufacturer | IBM |
| Product Type | Network Adapter |
Product Description
The IBM 16F1133 is a specialized network adapter that implements the Token Ring networking protocol, offering data transfer speeds of either 4 Mbps or 16 Mbps. This adapter is specifically designed to interface with IBM's proprietary Micro Channel Architecture (MCA) bus, which was featured in select IBM PS/2 and other compatible systems during the late 1980s and early 1990s. Its primary function is to enable these legacy systems to connect to a Token Ring local area network (LAN). The adapter typically features a DB9S connector, which is the standard physical interface for connecting Token Ring networks using shielded twisted-pair (STP) or unshielded twisted-pair (UTP) cabling. The Token Ring protocol itself is a token-passing LAN technology known for its deterministic access method, which provides predictable performance, especially under heavy network loads. This made it a popular choice for mission-critical applications in enterprise environments of its era. Given its MCA interface and Token Ring technology, the IBM 16F1133 is a legacy component. It is relevant for maintaining or restoring older IBM systems that were part of a Token Ring network infrastructure. Compatibility is limited to IBM MCA-equipped machines, and it requires a functioning Token Ring network environment, including hubs or MAUs (Multistation Access Units) and appropriate cabling.
