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IBM 6137397XM 8 BIT ISA ASM-SDLC Adapter
- 8-bit ISA bus interface
- Implements SDLC protocol
- Provides serial communication capabilities
- Designed for legacy IBM systems
- Suitable for point-to-point or multipoint communication
- Low-level data link control functionality
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Bus Type
- ISA (8-bit)
- Protocol
- SDLC
- Interface Type
- Serial
- Manufacturer
- IBM
Product details
The IBM 6137397XM is an 8-bit ISA adapter that implements the SDLC (Synchronous Data Link Control) protocol. It is designed for legacy systems requiring serial communication capabilities.
Technical Information
| Bus Type | ISA (8-bit) |
| Protocol | SDLC |
Additional Specifications
| Interface Type | Serial |
| Manufacturer | IBM |
Description
The IBM 6137397XM is a specialized network adapter designed for older IBM computing systems that utilize the ISA (Industry Standard Architecture) bus. This adapter's primary function is to provide synchronous serial communication capabilities through the implementation of the Synchronous Data Link Control (SDLC) protocol. SDLC is a bit-oriented data link layer protocol that provides reliable data transmission over synchronous communication lines, often used in wide area networks (WANs) or for connecting terminals to mainframes. This adapter is particularly relevant for environments that still rely on legacy hardware or require compatibility with older networking infrastructures. The 8-bit ISA interface indicates its use in older generations of PCs and servers. The SDLC protocol support allows for efficient and structured data transfer, managing the flow of data between devices in a synchronized manner. This can be crucial for applications requiring precise timing and error checking at the data link level. While modern networking has largely moved beyond ISA bus and SDLC, adapters like the 6137397XM remain important for maintaining and integrating older systems. They serve as a bridge to connect legacy equipment to communication networks or to facilitate specific data exchange requirements that are still dependent on these established technologies. Its role is to enable reliable serial data transmission in environments where newer technologies may not be compatible or cost-effective to implement.
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