73G9782 - IBM Single-Port RJ-45 16/4 Token Ring Auto LANstreamr Micro Channel Adapter
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- Auto LANStreamer32
- 1 x Port
- 16Mb/s speed
- Micro Channel Architecture (MCA) interface
- Designed for IBM RS/6000 systems
- Legacy networking component
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Model
- Auto LANStreamer32
- Interface
- Micro Channel Architecture (MCA)
- Network Type
- Token Ring
- Speed
- 16Mb/s
- Ports
- 1
- Compatibility
- IBM RS/6000
Product details
The IBM 73G9782 is a 16/4 Token Ring Network Adapter, specifically an Auto LANStreamer32. It features 1 x Port with 16Mb/s speed and is designed for Micro Channel architecture, intended for use with RS/6000 systems.
Specifications
- Model
- Auto LANStreamer32
- Interface
- Micro Channel Architecture (MCA)
- Network Type
- Token Ring
- Speed
- 16Mb/s
- Ports
- 1
- Compatibility
- IBM RS/6000
Description
The IBM 73G9782 is a specialized network adapter designed for legacy IBM environments, specifically the RS/6000 series of workstations and servers that utilize the Micro Channel Architecture (MCA). This adapter is a 16/4 Token Ring network card, meaning it supports both 16 Mbps and 4 Mbps Token Ring network speeds, providing backward compatibility and flexibility within older network infrastructures. The 'Auto LANStreamer32' designation indicates its specific model and capabilities, including automatic speed negotiation. With a single port, it connects the RS/6000 system to a Token Ring network. Token Ring was a popular networking technology in enterprise environments before the widespread adoption of Ethernet, known for its deterministic access method which ensured fair bandwidth allocation. This adapter is a critical component for maintaining connectivity in environments that still rely on Token Ring technology or for systems that require specific MCA-based peripherals. Its 16Mb/s capability was considered high-speed for its era, facilitating efficient data transfer within the local area network. The 73G9782 represents a piece of networking history, essential for supporting specific legacy hardware configurations.
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