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83X7538 - IBM 4Mb/s Token Ring MicroChannel Adapter
- 1 x Port DB-9 Connector
- 4 Mbit/s Token Ring Speed
- Micro Channel (MCA) Interface
- IBM Token Ring Network Adapter
- Legacy network connectivity
- Suitable for compatible IBM systems
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Key specifications
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- IBM
- Part Number
- 83X7538
- Port Type
- DB-9
- Network Technology
- Token Ring
- Data Rate
- 4 Mbit/s
- Bus Interface
- Micro Channel (MCA)
Product details
This IBM 83X7538 adapter features a single DB-9 port and operates at 4 Mbit/s for Token Ring networking. It is designed for Micro Channel (MCA) bus systems.
Technical Information
| Manufacturer | IBM |
| Part Number | 83X7538 |
| Port Type | DB-9 |
Additional Specifications
| Network Technology | Token Ring |
| Data Rate | 4 Mbit/s |
| Bus Interface | Micro Channel (MCA) |
Description
The IBM 83X7538 is a network adapter designed to provide Token Ring connectivity through a single DB-9 port. It operates at a speed of 4 Megabits per second (Mbit/s), which was standard for many Token Ring implementations. This adapter is specifically built for systems that utilize the Micro Channel Architecture (MCA) bus, a proprietary expansion bus developed by IBM for its PS/2 line of computers. This adapter allows compatible IBM MCA systems to join a Token Ring network, enabling data exchange and communication within that specific network topology. The DB-9 connector is characteristic of the physical interface used for Token Ring networks, often connecting to a network cable via an adapter or directly. As a legacy component, the IBM 83X7538 is crucial for maintaining or restoring network functionality in environments that still rely on Token Ring infrastructure and IBM MCA-based hardware. Its specific design for the MCA bus ensures proper integration and performance within those systems.
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