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86H1756 - IBM Turbo 16/4 ISA Token Ring
- Turbo 16/4 ISA Token Ring Network Adapter
- Supports Token Ring protocol
- Dual speed capability: 4 Mbps and 16 Mbps
- Utilizes ISA bus interface
- Designed for IBM systems
- Enables high-performance legacy networking
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Key specifications
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- Token Ring Network Adapter
- Data Transfer Rate
- 4 Mbps / 16 Mbps
- Interface
- ISA
Product details
The IBM 86H1756 is a Turbo 16/4 ISA Token Ring Network Adapter. It provides high-speed Token Ring networking capabilities for systems equipped with an ISA bus, supporting data rates of 4 Mbps and 16 Mbps.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Token Ring Network Adapter |
| Data Transfer Rate | 4 Mbps / 16 Mbps |
Additional Specifications
| Interface | ISA |
Description
The IBM 86H1756 represents a high-performance networking solution for its era, specifically designed for Token Ring networks and compatible with systems featuring the ISA (Industry Standard Architecture) bus. This adapter offers dual-speed capabilities, supporting both 4 Mbps and 16 Mbps data transfer rates, allowing it to adapt to different network configurations and performance requirements. Token Ring was a popular networking technology known for its deterministic access method and robust performance, especially in demanding enterprise environments. This adapter was crucial for businesses that relied on IBM's networking infrastructure and required reliable, high-speed connectivity for their workstations and servers. The ISA interface signifies its compatibility with older generations of IBM personal computers and workstations. Installation would involve physically inserting the card into an available ISA slot and installing the appropriate Token Ring drivers within the operating system to enable network communication. The 'Turbo' designation suggests that this adapter was optimized for performance within the Token Ring standard, likely offering improved throughput or reduced latency compared to earlier or non-turbo models. For collectors, historians, or those maintaining legacy IBM systems that require Token Ring connectivity, the 86H1756 is a valuable component that facilitated efficient data exchange in corporate networks of the past.
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