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IBM 48G7171-LONG Micro-Channel Ethernet Network Adapter with Long Card
- Ethernet Network Adapter for IBM Micro-Channel systems.
- Supports legacy IBM server and workstation architectures.
- Provides Ethernet connectivity (e.g., 10Base-T or 10Base-2).
- Features a 'long card' form factor for specific Micro-Channel slots.
- Enables communication on Ethernet networks for older hardware.
- Designed for reliability in enterprise environments.
- Specific speed and connector types depend on the exact revision.
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Product Type
- Network Adapter
- Brand
- IBM
- Interface
- Micro-Channel
- Form Factor
- Long Card
- Network Type
- Ethernet
- Part Number
- 48G7171-LONG
Product details
The IBM 48G7171-LONG is a Micro-Channel Ethernet Network Adapter designed for older IBM systems that utilize the Micro-Channel architecture. This 'long card' version provides network connectivity, enabling these legacy systems to communicate on Ethernet networks.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Network Adapter |
| Brand | IBM |
| Interface | Micro-Channel |
Additional Specifications
| Form Factor | Long Card |
| Network Type | Ethernet |
| Part Number | 48G7171-LONG |
Description
The IBM 48G7171-LONG is a specialized network interface card (NIC) designed for IBM computer systems that employ the Micro-Channel architecture (MCA). This architecture, prevalent in IBM's PS/2 line and some RS/6000 workstations and servers during the late 1980s and early 1990s, required specific adapter cards. The 'LONG' designation refers to the physical length of the card, indicating it occupies a full-length Micro-Channel slot, which might be necessary to accommodate its components or connectors. This adapter's primary function is to provide Ethernet network connectivity to these legacy systems. Depending on the specific revision and implementation, it would typically support older Ethernet standards such as 10Base-T (for twisted-pair cabling with RJ-45 connectors) or potentially 10Base-2 (for coaxial cabling). This allows older IBM hardware to participate in local area networks (LANs), enabling file sharing, access to network resources, and communication with other devices on the network. For organizations still maintaining or utilizing IBM systems with Micro-Channel slots, adapters like the 48G7171-LONG are essential for network integration. They represent a critical piece of hardware that bridges the gap between outdated system architectures and modern networking protocols, albeit at the speeds supported by the adapter and the network infrastructure. The 'long card' form factor is a key physical characteristic that dictates its compatibility with specific expansion slots within the host system.
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