92G8455 - IBM PCI Token Ring Card

SKU 92G8455

Brand IBM

Single RJ-45 port for Token Ring network connection.
PCI bus interface for integration into compatible systems.
Designed for IBM environments and Token Ring networks.
Supports Token Ring protocols for data transmission.
Provides network connectivity for workstations or servers.
Legacy networking hardware for specific infrastructure needs.

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Key specifications

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Port Type: RJ-45
Network Technology: Token Ring
Interface: PCI
Number of Ports: 1

Product details

The IBM 92G8455 is a single-port RJ-45 LANStreamer Token Ring network interface card. It provides connectivity for Token Ring networks, a legacy networking technology known for its token-passing access method.

Technical Information

Port Type	RJ-45
Network Technology	Token Ring

Additional Specifications

Interface	PCI
Number of Ports	1

Description

The IBM 92G8455 is a specialized network interface card (NIC) designed to facilitate connections to Token Ring networks. Token Ring, while largely superseded by Ethernet, was a robust and reliable networking technology that utilized a token-passing mechanism to manage data flow, preventing collisions and ensuring orderly access to the network medium. This card, with its single RJ-45 port, would have been used in servers or workstations requiring direct integration into such a network topology. Leveraging the PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) bus, the 92G8455 ensures a high-bandwidth connection to the host system's motherboard, allowing for efficient data transfer between the network and the computer's internal resources. Its design is optimized for the specific requirements of Token Ring protocols, ensuring compatibility and performance within environments that still relied on this established networking standard. The card represents a piece of networking history, catering to niche applications or legacy systems that maintained Token Ring infrastructure. As a LANStreamer product, it signifies IBM's contribution to networking hardware during the era when Token Ring was a prominent networking solution. The inclusion of an RJ-45 connector indicates its compatibility with standard cabling used in many networking environments of the time. For IT professionals managing older networks or specialized equipment, the IBM 92G8455 remains a relevant component for maintaining connectivity and functionality.

Condition: Refurbished